Helen is an academic, policy leader, and researcher working at the intersection of
digital technology, democracy, and public life.
Completing her Ph.D. at McGill University (Communication Studies), Helen is also a Dialogue Fellow at the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue and a Mila AI Policy Fellow.
She was named a 2026 recipient of Forbes 30 Under 30 (Education) for her work to engage young people in digital policymaking for AI and social media, and for her teaching in both undergraduate and graduate programs at McGill University. She is also a Peabody Award Nominee for Executive Producing Left To Their Own Devices, a podcast about young peoples’ experiences with digital technologies.
Areas of Expertise
AI Policy
I research and advise on the governance of artificial intelligence, with a focus on regulation, ethics, and public engagement.
01Platform Governance and Online Harms
I develop policy solutions to improve platform accountability and reduce online harms, especially for young people.
02E-Voting
I analyze the risks, challenges, and trust dimensions of online voting systems.
03Contact Me
Interested in getting in touch? I’d love to hear from you!